Auburn WR Sammie Coates was being watched intently by the New England Patriots and head coach Bill Belichick at his pro day event Tuesday, March 3. Belichick was the only NFL head coach in attendance Tuesday, and Coates is a candidate to go in the first two rounds of this year’s draft. Coates did not re-test on his combine numbers Tuesday, and he just caught passes in positional drills in front of scouts.

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel needs to have an obsession with football, according to offensive coordinator John DeFilippo. ‘It’s truly a lifestyle to be an NFL quarterback,’ DeFilippo said. ‘It’s not just a job. It’s all-consuming. You need to sleep, eat, do everything fast and just think about football all the time.’

Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson wants out of Houston, but the Texans may not get much in return for him if he is traded. The Texans already don’t want to pay Johnson the $11.5 million he’s due next season, which means he would likely be cut unless a team is willing to give up more than he is seemingly worth.

Florida State QB Jameis Winston said that he wants to be the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and added that he’s excited to potentially throw the ball to WR Vincent Jackson after visiting with the Buccaneers Tuesday, March 3.

Washington Redskins impending free-agent TE Niles Paul figures to draw interest from the Atlanta Falcons once the free agency period begins. Paul is familiar with offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan’s scheme and TE Levine Toilolo hasn’t exactly proven himself to be the answer at the position.

Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill said he cleared the air with WR Mike Wallace, and the two have no problem. Tannehill said he wants Wallace to return, and the team will consider Tannehill’s input when they make their decision on Wallace.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray would likely re-sign with the Cowboys if the offer they make him is equal or similar financially to offers he receives from other teams in free agency, according to league sources. Murray is expecting to have a ‘vigorous’ free-agent market for his services. He made $1.4 million last year, which ranked 23rd among running backs, and he led the league with 1,845 rushing yards on 392 carries in 2014.

Denver Broncos impending free-agent FS Rahim Moore could have a suitor in the Philadelphia Eagles in free agency. The Eagles’ new secondary coach, Cory Undlin, held the same position with the Broncos the last two years.

Free-agent RB Ray Rice was paid $1.588 by the Baltimore Ravens as part of a settlement from a wrongful termination grievance hearing, according to a league source. As a result of the settlement, the Ravens will have an extra $177,000 salary cap charge in 2015.

Denver Broncos WR Demaryius Thomas has the non-exclusive franchise tag, which means Thomas can have talks with other teams but those teams must supply two draft picks to the Broncos if Thomas signs with another club.

Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson’s agent has been given permission to seek a trade, and Johnson will be cut if a deal cannot be worked out. The Texans will save $8.825 million against the salary cap if Johnson is traded or cut.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray could be targeted by the Seattle Seahawks in free agency this offseason. Seattle could be in the market for a reliable running back if RB Marshawn Lynch opts to retire.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray could be targeted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in free agency this offseason. RB Toby Gerhart will fill a multitude or roles in 2015, and RB Denard Robinson is more suited for a complementary role in the backfield. The Jags have the most salary cap room in the NFL this offseason.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray could be targeted by the Arizona Cardinals in free agency this offseason. The Cardinals learned the hard way last year that RB Andre Ellington isn’t the workhorse back they were hoping he’d be.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray could be targeted by the Indianapolis Colts in free agency this offseason. General manager Ryan Grigson has $40 million to spend, and the Colts are in need of a running back after the failures of RB Trent Richardson.

Tennessee Titans SS Bernard Pollard has been informed that he will be released, according to sources familiar with the situation. Pollard asked the Titans to release him last month. He was scheduled to make $3.1 million in 2015.

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin did not receive the franchise tag before the deadline Monday, March 2. Maclin and the Eagles have been working on a long-term deal and have until Tuesday, March 10, to get one done or else Maclin will become a free agent.

New England Patriots CB Devin McCourty will become a free agent if he is not signed to a long-term deal within eight days. Some expected McCourty to receive the franchise tag, but PK Stephen Gostkowski was tagged Monday, March 2, before the franchise tag deadline.

Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell could be suspended up to four games, according to the NFL’s new substance-abuse policy. A two-game suspension is standard for a DUI resulting from the use of alcohol. However, Bell’s DUI came from marijuana use, so he could be suspended for a longer period of time.

New England Patriots impending free-agent RB Stevan Ridley (knee) could be a coup for a team willing to take a chance on his recovery from anterior cruciate ligament surgery this offseason. He’s likely to receive an offer for a ‘prove-it’ one-year deal around the $1.25 million range with incentives.

Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown is expecting to start after signing a three-year, $14 million deal last week that includes $6.25 million in guarantees and $6 million in incentives. McCown went just 1-10 as the starter for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last year. McCown will compete with QBs Johnny Manziel and Connor Shaw this summer.

San Diego Chargers impending free-agent LB Dwight Freeney said he plans to play next season after considering retirement. Freeney will look to sign with a team that is a contender and has a clear role for him.

Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson, who was put back on the commissioner’s exempt list last week, has had ‘open dialogue’ with the team, according to general manager Rick Spielman. Spielman continues to say that the Vikings want Peterson to return in 2015. However, Peterson has been ‘uneasy’ about returning. The Vikings can cut Peterson or talk to him about restructuring his contract at any time since he’s back on the exempt list.

Green Bay Packers impending free-agent CB Jarrett Bush was arrested Sunday, March 1, on a misdemeanor charge of public intoxication in Vacaville, Calif., police confirmed. According to police, Bush will not have charges pressed against him. There was a disturbance at a bar, and everyone was asked to leave. Bush didn’t leave, and he was arrested, according to police.

Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch said he wanted the ball on the goal line in the Super Bowl on the play that saw QB Russell Wilson throw the game-ending interception in the end zone. Lynch previously told reporters that he didn’t mind and that it was a team game.

The Denver Broncos are expected to use the franchise tag on WR Demaryius Thomas Monday, March 2, all but ensuring the team keeps the wideout for the 2015 season. They are expected to use the ‘nonexclusive’ tag, which makes it possible for other teams to negotiate with Thomas. However, the team has the right to match any offer, and if he is signed away the team is compensated by the signing team with two first-round draft picks.

The Miami Dolphins might have an interest in free-agent DT Kenrick Ellis (Jets) if they miss on a few other bigger names, as Ellis has a background with executive vice president of football operations Mike Tannenbaum.

The Miami Dolphins are interested in impending free-agent DT Terrance Knighton (Broncos), but he might be far more costly than some of their other targets and it is unclear if they can compete financially for him.

Free-agent CB Brandon Flowers (Chargers) is a potential target of the Miami Dolphins, and they have had internal discussions about adding him in free agency. He has family in Delray Beach, Fla., and a friend said the team might hold some appeal to him.

Free-agent CB Kareem Jackson (Texans) is a player the Miami Dolphins have had internal discussions about adding, according to a personal with knowledge of the discussions. The team is looking for an upgrade over CB Cortland Finnegan.

The Oakland Raiders plan to release DE LaMarr Woodley, a league source said Sunday, March 1. He made just five tackles in six games before his season ended due to a torn biceps. The Raiders save $5.187 million against the salary cap without adding any dead money with the transaction.

New York Giants LB Jon Beason is due a $1 million roster bonus on the fifth day of the new league year, which is March 15. He is set to count $7.37 million against the salary cap in 2015. The Giants are trying to decide if he is worth keeping, and Beason is open to possibly re-working his deal. ‘You’re going to do what is best for you and you try to work with the team and do what is best for the team,’ Beason said after the season. ‘I know when it comes down to it, (assistant general manager Kevin Abrams) and I and (general manager Jerry Reese) will make it happen.’

San Francisco 49ers impending free-agent CB Chris Culliver is expected to be one of the most sought after cornerbacks if he hits free agency, and a lucrative deal is expected. According to multiple team sources he is graded high by many teams.

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent RB DeMarco Murray probably will hit the free-agent market since contract talks with him have gone slow, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones. Jones said he believes Murray could re-sign even if he makes it to free agency.

Free-agent LB Justin Houston (Chiefs) is moving closer to franchise tag status with the Kansas City Chiefs. There were rumors talks on a new deal had begun, but sources indicate the rumors are false and the team will likely slap the tag on Houston.

Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant is expected to receive the franchise tag by Monday, March 2, but during the NFL Scouting Combine, team owner Jerry Jones said that he hoped the tag would serve as a ‘placeholder’ while the two sides worked out a long-term deal.

Dallas Cowboys RB DeMarco Murray could give the team a chance to match any offer he receives during free agency, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones. ‘There is an expectation that he will get back to us before he signs with another club,’ Jones said. ‘There’s a hope that he would. But that would be unfair to him and for other clubs to say he’s going to bring something back.’